Advances from one version of a DSLR to the next tend to be minor, but the Nikon D5200 takes a bigger step than most. Not only has the autofocus system improved significantly over its predecessor, the D5100, but the sensor has been boosted too, from 16.2 megapixels to a massive 24.1 megapixels.

Nikon's 24-megapixel D5200 is the latest in a series of affordable, lightweight and high-performance DSLRs with pivoting LCD screens that appeared first in 2009 with the D5000. Positioned between the entry-level D3200 and the recently-announced D7100, it provides a significant increase in sensor...

in April of 2011 we were impressed and gave it our highly recommended award. The biggest change on the D5200 is the upgrade to the 24.1 megapixel CMOS sensor, with the D5200 producing 5 star quality images. The D5200 can also shoot at a faster rate of 5 fps in continuous shooting.

Produces detailed images; Excellent ISO performance; Great swivel screen; 2 year warranty; Fast continuous shooting; Works with a number of optional accessories; Built-in stereo microphone; HDR mode is excellent

Quicker access to options could be provided; RAW not available when using effects or HDR mode; Slower than expected focusing speed; Slow shutter response in live view

It is for quality pictures. The awesome pics taken by this camera. Their are so many features in this camera like. The Sensor resolution is nice. Battery working so good. A small and lightweight DSLR despite its plastic body feels pretty solid.

This one is a big value for money. Super features, great image quality, portable and easy to use. Got this baby some time back and I must say that it has stellar image quality. Lot of my clicks were greatly appreciated by friends and even by those who didn't know me. All in all I'm a happy customer.

Just getting used to it, but so far I am very happy with all of the features and ease of use. After being disappointed by a D3200 that I ordered on Amazon I was totally happy with the shipping and receipt of my new camera from EBay.

I've spent a long time looking for just the right camera, trying many along the way. I started a couple of years ago with a basic SLR and then onto a few high end compacts. More recently I bought the Panasonic Lumix DMC FZ200 bridge camera, thinking this would be the best of both worlds - easy to...

Great Features; Great Picture Quality

Do not buy this camera!!! I bought it 3,5 years ago. It worked really good, but just after the warranty was gone (half year because I bought the extension of warranty) the shotter was broken. A chip of the plastic piece went to the sensor and scratched it.

The Nikon D5200 offers a good price, exceptional image quality and a fully articulating LCD screen. It's an excellent choice for a beginner DLSR.

An articulating LCD screen facilitates shooting at any angle

Battery life is below average

Performance is much better than expected…and I expected a lot based on camera magazine reviews. I upgraded from a Nikon D40. Images and low noise are incredible. Focus is very fast with a choice of a 39 points system. Customized settings for sharpening, saturation etc.

incredible images and focus speed easy to use as auto very customizable sharpening saturation etc excellent d lighting small form factor

loud lens focus in video mode